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How to tell if your kombucha is the real deal

And two things you need to know about this trendy health drink. - by Laura Barry
  • 06 Aug 2019
How to tell if your kombucha is the real deal

Kombucha is the health drink du jour. It’s touted as having the ability to improve gut health and help irritable bowel syndrome thanks to the probiotic bacteria found in the beverage. However, there are lots of misconceptions out there surrounding kombucha, so we consulted the kombucha experts at Remedy Drinks to learn how to tell if the kombucha you're buying is the real deal. 

Myth #1 Kombucha needs to be refrigerated

The Remedy Drinks experts say that only kombucha that still contains sugar needs to be stored in the fridge.

Myth #2 You need sugar to ferment to make kombucha

While this is true and you do need sugar to ferment, Remedy ferment out all the sugar from their products, making them naturally sugar-free. So, sugar-free kombucha is possible.

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Recent reports have found that mass producers of kombucha aren’t actually selling the real deal to customers. The folks at Remedy have some tips on how to tell if you’re kombucha is the real deal.

  • Pour some kombucha in a glass and let it sit for a few days. If it’s real, a Symbiotic Colony of Bacteria and Yeast should form (a SCOBY).
  • The beneficial bacteria and live cultures in kombucha can only be present in the drink if it is raw and unpasteurised.
  • Check the label to see how the product is made, rea kombucha is brewed over time.

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Laura Barry
Laura Barry
Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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